Get ready for a night of musical excellence and controversy as the 2026 Grammy Awards are almost upon us! This year's ceremony promises to be a star-studded affair, with some of the biggest names in music battling it out for the prestigious Grammy trophies. But here's where it gets interesting: the nominees include a diverse range of artists, from established icons to rising stars, and the competition is fiercer than ever.
The 2026 Grammy Awards: A Night of Musical Excellence and Controversy
The 68th Grammy Awards, set to take place on February 1, 2026, will honor the year's best musical achievements. And this year, the nominations are truly impressive, with a mix of veteran artists and fresh talent. Leading the pack is Kendrick Lamar, who has an impressive nine nominations, including nods for Record and Song of the Year for his collaboration with SZA, "luther." Other top nominees include Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut, each with seven nominations, and Bad Bunny, Sabrina Carpenter, and Leon Thomas, who have six nominations apiece.
But here's the twist: the host of the evening, comedian Trevor Noah, is also a nominee! Trevor will be taking on the role of host for the sixth and final time, and he's nominated in the Best Audio Book, Narration & Storytelling category. Talk about a busy night for the comedian!
The 2026 Grammys will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, and the main broadcast will air on CBS at 8 PM ET/5 PM PT. For those who want to stream, Paramount+ (Premium subscribers only) will be live-streaming the event. But if you're an early bird, you can catch the 2026 Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony, where the majority of the awards are presented, earlier in the day from 3:30 PM ET/12:30 PM PT. This ceremony will be live-streamed for free on YouTube, so you won't miss a thing!
How to Tune In: A Guide to Watching the 2026 Grammys
The 2026 Grammy Awards will be held on Sunday, February 1, 2026, so mark your calendars! The live TV broadcast will begin at 8 PM ET and is scheduled to run until 11:30 PM ET. But if you're an early riser or can't wait for the main event, the Grammy Awards Premiere Ceremony will take place from 3:30 PM ET. This ceremony is where you'll witness the awarding of categories like Musical Theater, Americana, Reggae, Metal, Gospel, and more. You can stream it live and for free at live.GRAMMY.com or on YouTube.
As for your viewing options, the 68th Grammy Awards will be broadcast on CBS, and Paramount+ will be live-streaming the event for Premium subscribers. If you're not a cable subscriber, don't worry! Paramount+ offers a vast library of content, including live sports from the NFL to Champions League soccer, and now it's your go-to destination for all things UFC without any additional Pay-Per-View fees. Paramount+ subscriptions are available monthly or annually, with two plans to choose from: Paramount+ Essential ($8.99/month) and Paramount+ Premium ($13.99/month).
If you're looking for a free way to watch the 2026 Grammys, the Premiere Ceremony is your best bet, as it will be live-streamed for free on YouTube. Additionally, if you're a Paramount+ Essential subscriber, you can catch the awards show the following day on demand.
A Star-Studded Lineup: Who's Performing and Presenting?
This year's Grammy performances are sure to be memorable, with a diverse range of artists taking the stage. Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and Album of the Year nominees Clipse and Pharrell Williams are set to perform, along with all the Best New Artist nominees: Addison Rae, Alex Warren, KATSEYE, Leon Thomas, Lola Young, Olivia Dean, SOMBR, and The Marías.
The In Memorium segment, honoring artists we've lost this year, will feature musical tributes from Reba McEntire, Brandy Clark, and Lukas Nelson, as well as a performance by Ms. Lauryn Hill in honor of D'Angelo and Roberta Flack. And for Ozzy Osbourne fans, there will be a tribute performance by artists including Post Malone, Andrew Watt, Chad Smith, Duff McKagan, and Slash.
As for the hosts and presenters, Trevor Noah will be returning for his final year as host, and we know that Harry Styles and Doechii will be presenting. The full list of presenters is yet to be released, so stay tuned for more updates!
Category Updates and Eligibility
This year's Grammys will see the return of the Best Album Cover award after a 53-year hiatus! Additionally, the Best Country Album category has been split into two: Best Contemporary Country Album and Best Traditional Country Album.
The eligibility window for the 2026 Grammy Awards is music released from August 31, 2024, to August 30, 2025.
The Nominees: A Comprehensive List
Here is the complete list of nominees for the 68th Grammy Awards:
Album of the Year:
- Bad Bunny — Debí Tirar Más Fotos
- Justin Bieber — Swag
- Sabrina Carpenter — Man’s Best Friend
- Clipse, Pusha T & Malice — Let God Sort Em Out
- Lady Gaga — Mayhem
- Kendrick Lamar — GNX
- Leon Thomas — Mutt
- Tyler, the Creator — Chromakopia
Record of the Year:
- Bad Bunny — “DtMF”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Manchild”
- Doechii — “Anxiety”
- Billie Eilish — “Wildflower”
- Lady Gaga — “Abracadabra”
- Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA — “Luther”
- Chappell Roan — “The Subway”
Song of the Year:
- Lady Gaga — “Abracadabra”
- Doechii — “Anxiety”
- ROSÉ & Bruno Mars — “APT.”
- Bad Bunny — “DtMF”
- HUNTR/X (EJAE, Audrey Nuna, REI AMI) — “Golden”
- Kendrick Lamar feat. SZA — “Luther”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Manchild”
- Billie Eilish — “Wildflower”
Best New Artist:
- Olivia Dean
- KATSEYE
- The Marías
- Addison Rae
- sombr
- Leon Thomas
- Alex Warren
- Lola Young
Best Pop Solo Performance:
- Justin Bieber — “Daisies”
- Sabrina Carpenter — “Manchild”
- Lady Gaga — “Disease”
- Chappell Roan — “The Subway”
- Lola Young — “Messy”
Best Pop Vocal Album:
- Justin Bieber — Swag
- Sabrina Carpenter — Man’s Best Friend
- Miley Cyrus — Something Beautiful
- Lady Gaga — Mayhem
- Teddy Swims — I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)
Best Alternative Music Album:
- Bon Iver — Sable, Fable
- The Cure — Songs of a Lost World
- Tyler, the Creator — Don’t Tap the Glass
- Wet Leg — Moisturizer
- Hayley Williams — Ego Death at a Bachelorette Party
Best Rock Album:
- Deftones — Private Music
- HAIM — I Quit
- Linkin Park — From Zero
- Turnstile — Never Enough
- YUNGBLUD — Idols
Best Rap Album:
- Clipse, Pusha T & Malice — Let God Sort Em Out
- GloRilla — Glorious
- JID — God Does Like Ugly
- Kendrick Lamar — GNX
- Tyler, the Creator — Chromakopia
Best R&B Album:
- GIVĒON — Beloved
- Coco Jones — Why Not More?
- Ledisi — The Crown
- Teyana Taylor — Escape Room
- Leon Thomas — Mutt
Best Contemporary Country Album:
- Kelsea Ballerini — Patterns
- Tyler Childers — Snipe Hunter
- Eric Church — Evangeline vs. The Machine
- Jelly Roll — Beautifully Broken
- Miranda Lambert — Postcards From Texas
Best Traditional Country Album:
- Charley Crockett — Dollar a Day
- Lukas Nelson — American Romance
- Willie Nelson — Oh What a Beautiful World
- Margo Price — Hard Headed Woman
- Zach Top — Ain’t In It for My Health
Producer of the Year, Non-Classical:
- Dan Auerbach
- Cirkut
- Dijon
- Blake Mills
- Sounwave
Songwriter of the Year, Non-Classical:
- Amy Allen
- Edgar Barrera
- Jessie Jo Dillon
- Tobias Jesso Jr.
For the full list of nominees and winners, visit Grammy.com.
And there you have it! Now you're all caught up on the 2026 Grammy Awards. Who are you rooting for? Don't forget to tune in and join the conversation!
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